Redmi 12 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $150 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 39/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 365,001); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 198g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $799
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1375
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 198g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 35 points higher (74/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 leads (66/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (81/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (66/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (89/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi 12 by 87.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $649. Redmi 12 was $649 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (89/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (81/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (66/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (89/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 35 points (74/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.